How much is the train ticket from Basel to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Berlin start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Basel to Berlin?

The average train trip from Basel to Berlin takes 7h 29m and covers 688 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 7m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Basel to Berlin route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Berlin?

The earliest train from Basel to Berlin departs at 7:09am. The latest train departs at 12:31pm.

What is the best train operator from Basel to Berlin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Berlin?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Basel to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Train Basel to Berlin from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Basel to Berlin on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:09am	Basel Bad Station	8h 32m	3:41pm	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:40pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	20h 50m	3:30pm	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
	7:09am	Basel Bad Station	11h 9m	6:18pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h 14m	11:44am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:09am	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	12:15am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Berlin on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:09am	Basel Bad Station	8h 32m	3:41pm	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:40pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	18h 30m	1:10pm	Spandau	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	21h 40m	9:10pm	Spandau	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:40pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	19h	1:40pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:09am	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	12:15am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Berlin on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:10am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	17h	9:10pm	Spandau	Cheapest
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 23m	7:53pm	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:10am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	13h 50m	6:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 30m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	7:45am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	12h 15m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Berlin on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 30m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	8:44am	Basel Bad Station	7h 9m	3:53pm	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	7:45am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	12h 15m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	8:44am	Basel Bad Station	7h 16m	4:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	7:45am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	12h 8m	7:53pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Berlin on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h 23m	11:53am	Spandau	Cheapest
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 23m	7:53pm	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:10am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	15h 50m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 30m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:10am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	15h 43m	7:53pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Berlin on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	20h 36m	10:06am	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 23m	7:53pm	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:30pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h 8m	11:38am	Spandau	No tags
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 30m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	23h 50m	5:10pm	Spandau	No tags

Next departures for Basel to Berlin on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:50am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	14h 10m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 23m	7:53pm	Berlin Südkreuz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:50am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	14h 3m	7:53pm	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags
	12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	7h 30m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:40am	Basel SBB	9h 20m	8:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 7 hours 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7h 29mAverage Duration

688 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $267	Average Duration17h 5m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $182	Average Duration7h 29m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$95 - $114	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Berlin?

Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Berlin

A
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Train companies

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Berlin by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Basel to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Berlin start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Basel to Berlin?
The average train trip from Basel to Berlin takes 7h 29m and covers 688 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 7m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Berlin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Berlin?
The earliest train from Basel to Berlin departs at 7:09am. The latest train departs at 12:31pm.
What is the best train operator from Basel to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Basel to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$76

12-10

No data

Today

$80

12-12

$104

12-13

$80

12-14

$138

12-15

$73

12-16

$74

The cheapest trip from Basel to Berlin was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $73

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Berlin, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $73 to $138 for a train ticket from Basel to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Berlin?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time17h 5m	Avg Price$85	Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time7h 29m	Avg Price$56	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time8h 10m	Avg Price$103	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Basel and Berlin is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $56 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $21. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Berlin, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Berlin in about 7h 29m —that's the fastest way to get there!